{"product_id":"perko-8511dp-compact-marine-battery-switch-ignition-protected-rotary-selector-4-3-4-x-4-3-4-x-1-7-8","title":"Perko 8511DP Compact Battery Selector Switch, On\/Off, Ignition Protected","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Perko 8511DP is a compact on\/off battery selector switch designed for boats where mounting space is limited. It uses the same bolt pattern as Perko's larger 8501 Series switches but with a smaller footprint, so it drops into the same mounting locations while taking up roughly a third less space. The rotary knob offers a smooth, easy-to-identify 90 degree turn between positions, making it simple to confirm at a glance whether the switch is on or off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the 8511DP is an ignition protected switch, it can be installed in the engine room of a gasoline powered boat. Four removable skirt panels around the base allow cables to be routed in from different directions, and the high conductivity studs are long enough to accept more than one cable while remaining strong enough to handle the torque needed for a secure connection. The switch body is molded from red polycarbonate for durability and visibility, with brass contacts and a normally closed contact configuration rated for 50 Amps at 50 Volts. It uses clamp-style connectors with blade terminals and mounts to the surface via the standard Perko pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8511DP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperation Mode:\u003c\/strong\u003e ON-OFF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Positions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCircuit Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 Amps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 Volts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContact 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space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the 8511DP be mounted in an engine room?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Perko 8511DP is an ignition protected switch, which means it can be installed in the engine room of a gasoline powered boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the exact dimensions of the 8511DP?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Perko 8511DP measures 4-3\/4 inches by 4-3\/4 inches by 1-7\/8 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the 8511DP weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Perko 8511DP battery selector switch weighs 0.95 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the 8511DP switch made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e The body of the Perko 8511DP is made from red polycarbonate, with brass contacts for the electrical connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many cables can connect to the 8511DP?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 8511DP has four removable skirt panels that allow cable connections 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